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A new mobile bus brings dental care to primary schools in the Banbury area of Oxfordshire. The dental bus is run by Big Smiles and assisted by local dental practices.

The Banbury Guardian covered the story and saw the bus attending King’s Sutton Primary School. This was to provide education to children on how to look after their teeth and gums. Mrs. Palastanga, Head Teacher at the primary school, praised the initiative for having further reaching effects. Not just for dental health but also on the children’s mindset about a healthy diet and lifestyle. “It’s been a fantastic reception, they’ve been looking at everyday foods and sometimes foods and healthy eating.” This education has been through the use of activities, games, and 1-1 discussion.

The children have also benefitted from the experience of seeing a dental surgery and how it works. For some, this could be for the first time. Furthermore, the good news is that this initiative is a nation wide program, therefore, more and more schools should start reaping the benefits of the scheme in the near future.

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A petrified woman gets an All-On-Four smile makeover thanks to the skill and patience of a Newcastle dentist.

Mavis Melton Chapman had a traumatic experience at the dentist when she was a young child. Due to this, she struggled for many years to attend dental check-ups. So much so that she often used superglue to mend cracks and breaks in her teeth because of her crippling fear.

This all changed, however, when Mavis discovered her long-term partner, Stephen, had been diagnosed with cancer. The couple decided to wed and she longed for perfect teeth for her wedding day. Mavis bravely underwent implant surgery using the All-On-Four method. This means that four implants are placed in the jaw and fitted with a full bridge of natural looking teeth.

Mrs. Melton Chapman had the dental implant procedure performed at the Dovetail Bespoke Dental Solutions clinic in Newcastle, which set her back a whopping £25,000. However, it is clear that she feels this was money well spent, and now has a lovely selection of wedding photographs and cherished memories to remember her big day.

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The Irish News online has reported of a possible breakthrough for toothache sufferers. This innovative new technique could change the way that dentists perform root canal procedures on patient’s teeth. The new research, carried out by the OHSU in Oregon, USA, has developed the manufacture of new, fully functioning, blood vessels.

The issue with standard root canal practice is that the tooth is effectively dead due to the removal of the blood supply. This new technique could eliminate this problem, and therefore, keep the tooth alive. The new technique consists of using a process inspired by 3D printing. In effect, the technology can create functioning blood vessels that can then be implanted into the tooth.

One of the lead researchers on the trial, Bertassoni, explained. “This result proves that fabrication of artificial blood vessels can be a highly effective strategy for fully regenerating the function of teeth.”

Due to the new technique patients could see better long-term outcomes, whilst keeping a functional tooth. This could spell a major breakthrough for the dentistry world.

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Central Midland’s NHS pledge a £6.3 million annual investment to improve dental services and access to dental care. The region of Leicestershire and Rutland are set to receive the sum of money in the hope that dental care can be improved. The plans for the money will allow for five new dental practices across the region and will facilitate existing practices to offer later opening hours. There are also plans to provide more specialist care for patients with special needs. The Head of Primary Care for the region, Di Pegg welcomes the proposed changes. “That’s great news for people right across the area, who from December will find it much easier to benefit from routine, urgent and out-of-hours NHS dental care closer to where they live.”

Over the course of ten years, this amounts to a staggering £63 million. It is unsure, at this point, whether the funding will continue after the ten-year contract expires. The planned investment is set to take effect from 1st December 2017. Potentially this could help thousands of people receive better access to the dental care they need.

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A new trend has seen chin fillers on the rise. Dr. Esho, a well known cosmetic surgeon, explains that Dermal Fillers for the chin are growing in popularity. He believes, due to the boom in lip fillers, people are also undergoing chin fillers to help balance the proportions of the face. Dr. Esho spoke to Harpers Bazaar. “Precise injections of filler are injected into the chin to realign the shape in position with the lips and the rest of the face.”

However, Dr. Ourian of the Beverly Hills Clinic, Epione, has a different explanation. He believes that the massive growth is due to another reason. He attributes it to the fact that dermal fillers are not a permanent solution so are, therefore, customisable in the short term. This gives people the versatility to change their look from time to time without requiring permanent implant surgery. Dr. Ourian has an array of celebrity clients, including, Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner.

Whatever the reason for this sudden increase, people are seeing the benefits of dermal fillers as an alternative to more invasive cosmetic surgeries.

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Did Pippa Middleton have a wedding smile makeover? the rumour is that yes she did. Reports have emerged that the now Pippa Matthews underwent cosmetic dentistry in preparation for her wedding day.

What the experts say – Did Pippa Middleton have a wedding smile makeover?

Dental expert, Dr. Rhona Eskander, believes that Pippa has gone through a process which is classed as the ‘gold standard’ of dentistry. This involves aligning the teeth, applying whitening bleach, and then using composite bonding to improve the shape. Collectively these procedures can make a big difference to the overall look of someone’s smile.

Dr Eskander gave her professional opinion to the Daily Mail. “Looking at photos of Pippa as a child, it is possible to see that she had more widely spaced teeth and like her sister Kate and may have had a fixed brace as a youngster. However, like Kate, whose teeth relapsed and who had further orthodontic treatment as an adult, I suspect Pippa has had the same.” Dr. Eskander also believes the honorary royal may have undergone Invisalign treatment to straighten her teeth in a discreet way.

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A clinical trial, shared by Medical News Bulletin, has revealed more evidence that dermal fillers are seen as an effective treatment for acne scars. Acne (also known as acne vulgatis) affects around eighty percent of adolescents. Subsequently, this often means prominent scarring and loss of confidence and self-esteem. During the study, a range of dermal fillers were reviewed. One of which was the temporary filler, hyaluronic acid. This type of filler is commonly used by celebrities and the general public to add volume to the face and lips. However, the review suggests that hyaluronic acid can also be very effective at smoothing and softening acne scars, and is in fact underutilised.

Current developments are aiming towards dermatologists being able to prescribe dermal fillers as part of their treatment plans. This is an exciting and innovative step towards minimising the effects of acne. A welcome development for many that suffer from it. Dermal fillers may also be available for topical administering in the future. Although, this treatment may need to be coupled with a laser procedure.

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Barnet and South Gate College, located in Barnet gets a new dental science centre. The refurbishment plans have stated that the college will be ready for its grand opening in September of this year. As a result of these new plans, the makeover is set to include three state of the art laboratories and will have the latest industry equipment.

Some of the new equipment will include 3D printers and Computer Aided Design software which is especially relevant. This is because the dental industry has moved more towards tech-driven resources over recent years.

“We’re extremely proud to be leading on this unique project which will change technical education within the dental industry in London, bringing it firmly into the 21st century and beyond.” Said the college principal David Byrne.

Roberts Biggs, the Head of Dental Sciences at Bolton University praised the new facilities. He also acknowledged they would bring a new kind of support to the region by providing education and guidance for students and dental practitioners alike. Dentistry in Barnet will clearly never be the same again when these amazing facilities are open.

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A recent rise in Invisalign Teen orthodontics is sweeping the nation. Historically, teenagers have undergone traditional teeth straightening methods to achieve a beautiful smile. However, now more and more teens are turning to Invisalign Teen for a more discreet service.

Invisalign is able to tackle an abundance of orthodontic problems such as overcrowding, problems with under or over bite, gaps and much more. Also, a great bonus with Invisalign is there is no need for emergency appointments to fix broken wires or fittings.

Another great aspect of the treatment is the specially designed Invisalign app which can be downloaded to a smartphone. This app allows teens to take selfie photos of their teeth between appointments to track their progress. The app uses intricate algorithms to monitor the teeth and will also send out alerts to say when it is time to move on to the next aligner. Invisalign is a great way of straightening teeth without drawing attention to the process. Many teens are over the moon that this treatment is now available.

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Over recent years millennial’s created a boom in cosmetic dentistry by accessing what is known as preventative botox. This type of treatment has seen a huge rise among men and women in their twenties. Botox has been legally approved by the FDA (Food and Drugs Administration) since 2002, therefore, recently celebrated its fifteenth birthday. Since then a sharp rise in millennials using Botox has been seen. One 26-year-old woman spoke to King5.com. “My makeup goes on really smooth. If you’ve got an event where you are wearing concealer, you don’t have any creases. I have noticed that the more I get Botox, the less I have to go and get it done, so it lasts longer in between treatments.”

Classed as ‘aging softly’, the treatment uses smaller amounts of Botox, therefore, ends up being cheaper and more effective. The treatments are helping people to maintain smoother skin and help to stop wrinkles forming in the future. Botox works by freezing the muscle movement within the face, however, it is not a permanent procedure like many other cosmetic treatments. For many, it is a great alternative to more invasive surgeries.